Process Control Shift Lead

Simtec Silicone Parts•Miramar, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Control Shift Lead serves as the primary operational and technical leader during assigned shifts when the Process Control Supervisor is not present. This position is responsible for coordinating daily production activities, supporting Process Control Operators and production personnel, maintaining process stability, ensuring product quality, promoting a safe work environment, and facilitating effective communication across departments. The Process Control Shift Lead provides day-to-day leadership by coordinating work assignments, assisting with troubleshooting, supporting process improvements, and serving as the first point of escalation for operational issues. While this position provides direction and guidance to employees during the shift, it does not perform formal supervisory responsibilities such as hiring, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, scheduling, or compensation decisions. This position is strategically assigned to provide operational leadership during weekends, late-shift operations, and other periods when supervisory coverage is limited, ensuring continuous production support, rapid decision-making, and uninterrupted communication across all manufacturing functions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum four (4) years of experience in injection molding manufacturing.
Demonstrated expertise in injection molding process troubleshooting and process optimization.
Previous experience as a Lead Operator, Senior Process Control Operator, Process Technician, or similar technical leadership role.
Strong understanding of SPC, process control methodologies, manufacturing quality systems, and production reporting.
Ability to make sound operational decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MES systems.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field preferred.
Minimum three (3) years of experience with Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) processing preferred.
Experience with Arburg injection molding machines and automation systems.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Experience working in ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and IATF 16949 certified manufacturing environments.
Experience training and mentoring manufacturing personnel.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Forklift Certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily production activities to ensure production schedules are achieved.
Assign work priorities based on production requirements established by the Process Control Supervisor.
Serve as the primary operational leader during periods without supervisor coverage.
Monitor production flow and respond quickly to changing production priorities.
Coordinate staffing assignments to maximize efficiency and productivity.
Conduct effective shift handoff meetings and communicate production status to incoming personnel.
Maintain shift communication logs and operational documentation.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
Support machine start-ups, shutdowns, process adjustments, and production changeovers.
Assist Process Control Operators with troubleshooting molding process issues.
Verify machine parameters remain within approved processing windows.
Monitor production performance, process stability, and machine efficiency.
Escalate significant process deviations to the Process Control Supervisor.
Coordinate with Maintenance when equipment failures occur.
Assist Engineering during validations, trials, and process improvement initiatives.
Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities focused on reducing scrap, improving cycle times, and increasing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Verify production complies with approved work instructions and quality standards.
Assist with first-piece approvals and process verification activities.
Ensure SPC documentation and production records are completed accurately.
Stop production when quality or safety concerns exist.
Coordinate containment activities for suspect material.
Support investigations involving process deviations and non-conforming products.
Ensure compliance with ISO, customer, cleanroom, and regulatory requirements.
Promote compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
Perform routine safety observations throughout the shift.
Ensure PPE requirements are consistently followed.
Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards.
Report safety concerns immediately.
Assist during emergency situations until management arrives.
Promote safe work practices and proactively identify potential hazards.
Coordinate communication between Production, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, Warehouse, and Logistics.
Escalate operational issues requiring management attention.
Maintain effective communication during shift changes.
Prepare shift reports documenting production performance, downtime, quality issues, corrective actions, and significant events.
Support implementation of management directives and communicate operational priorities to employees.
Assist in onboarding and training new Process Control Operators.
Coach employees on standard work instructions and best processing practices.
Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
Recommend improvements to SOPs, work instructions, and production methods.
Assist with inventory verification and material coordination when required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Process Control Supervisor or Head of Production.